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> I kept deleting and redownloading Instagram because I couldn't stop watching Reels but needed the app for DMs.

Using Instagram only for DMs just means you shouldn't be using it.



I don't make the choice of how individuals in my social circle uses to communicate. Giving up being in contact with some of my friends/acquaintances is too bad a trade-off.


Your friends don't have WhatsApp or Telegram?


Unfortunately not really an option in a lot of business. There's a ton of services where Instagram is both your portfolio and an important first point of contact.


I made a similar app, it’s called “Only DMs” free on the app store :)




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